Siemens Energy

A Snapshot of Your Day

As a member of the Customs Global Classification team, you will be responsible for accurately classifying a broad range of products in accordance with the Harmonized Tariff Schedule on behalf of Siemens Energy. Within this responsibility you capture data/documentation and determine the correct customs classification (tariff) according to the Harmonized Tariff Schedule (HTS) applicable in Taiwan (TW) and other APAC countries.

This position reports to the Global Classification Team and works in close collaboration with the Customs Team located in APAC & China as part of a multinational team.

How You’ll Make an Impact

• Drive efficient and robust HS classification and description procedures.

• Manage day-to-day HS classification activities.

• Directly supervise, mentor, develop, and assist the SE APAC&CN&ME&AF global classification team members in the day-to-day HS classification activities.

• Analyze and aggregate the causes of HS classification issues and delays in driving improvement actions with our partners and staff. 

• Implement HS classification compliance supervising through metrics.

• Work with customs internal and external customers on all matters pertaining to HS classification activities. Drive continuous improvement to standardize processes and develop procedures.

• Support the development and implementation of SOPs and trainings for APAC&CN&ME&AF global classification team. Support with cross-functional projects related to HS transactions.

• Develop strong partnerships with SE business areas, communicating with functions across the organization regarding all transactional HS classification activities. Drive financial optimization through compliant use of tariff engineering. Support the heads of customs for APAC & China and Middle East & Africa Region on HS classification regulatory matters.

• Analyze product specifications and technical documentation to accurately assign HS codes, applying the General Rules of Interpretation, Section/Chapter Notes, and Binding Tariff Information (BTI), along with local rulings as applicable.

• Review the classification and classify goods according to APAC&CN&ME&AF specific countries customs regulations and the Harmonized Tariff Schedule, considering technical attributes

• Identify required information for customs classification and gather it from systems or relevant departments (e.g., Engineering, R&D)

• Ensure compliance with Customs laws, regulations, and trade requirements

• Support on defining, implementing, and monitoring the global customs classification process and contribute to customs global classification optimization of processes and systems in APAC & China and Middle East & Africa Regions 

• Support on defining and implementing, together with other departments, the target IT landscape and process model for customs classification for the APAC & China and Middle East & Africa Regions

• Ensure high-quality customs classification and compliant, efficient execution

• Maintain data consistency across defined product categories and systems

• Participate in internal meetings and community calls to support business needs and promote awareness of customs global classification

• Assist with data migration and related project activities

• Update systems (SAP and others) and generate reports

• Archive and maintain customs classification (tariff) changes trackers

What You Bring

• 8+ years of extensive experience in HS classification, customs /international trade compliance. 

• Bachelor's Degree—preferably in International Business or related field, Tax, or Finance.

• Customs broker license is preferred.

• Excellent problem solving and project skills including analytics, implementation strategies, metric measurement and continuous monitoring expectations and deliverables. 

• People Management and leadership experience.

• Ability to classify products under nomenclature chapters 84 and 85, including handling rulings

• Understanding of the Energy Technology and the Wind Industry, with the ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately

• Detail-oriented, structured, and resourceful team player with strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Experience in process improvement and optimization. Hands-on experience in streamlining and digitization of manual processes.

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate across diverse cultures, backgrounds, and organizational levels

• Ability to collaborate with all levels within the organization to develop and deploy effective solutions and broader strategies. 

• Global Trade Management technology/ERP experience such as: SAP, TR-One Source, MIC or other global trade management software. 

• Proficient in SAP and Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

• Excellent command of Mandarin and English, both spoken and written

• Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time, if required

• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently as well as in a team environment

• Skilled in negotiation, presentation, and assertiveness

• Committed to supporting the organization’s goals, values, and diversity

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. We meet the growing energy demand across 90+ countries while ensuring our climate is protected. With more than 94,000 dedicated employees, we not only generate electricity for over 16% of the global community, but we’re also using our technology to help protect people and the environment.

Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

About the Team

In our Business Functions we enable our organization to reach their targets by providing best-in class services and solutions in the areas of IT, HR, Finance, Real Estate, Strategy & Technology and more.

More specifically, the Global Classification Team within Customs is responsible for the governance and operations in regard to tariff classification. The team spans globally and we are proud for the diversity of our team. 

Our Commitment to Diversity

Lucky for us, we are not all the same. Through diversity we generate power. We run on inclusion and our combined creative energy is fueled by over 130 nationalities. Siemens Energy celebrates character – no matter what ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity, or disability. We energize society, all of society, and we do not discriminate based on our differences.

Rewards/Benefits

• Embark on Siemens Energy’s Field Service Development Plan 

• Be a trusted advisor to both your Internal and External Stakeholders

• Develop your technical and soft-skills working with cross-functional teams

• Take on a higher level of technical and leadership responsibilities within local and regional teams 

• Numerous further training opportunities (technical, soft skills etc.) are available to you on the Siemens Energy Learning platform

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